E-Aadhaar
Is e-Aadhaar equally valid like physical copy of Aadhaar? Open or Close
As per Aadhaar Act, e-Aadhaar is equally valid like Physical Copy of Aadhaar for all purposes. For validity of eAadhaar, please visit UIDAI circular- https://uidai.gov.in/images/uidai_om_on_e_aadhaar_validity.pdf
What is e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
e-Aadhaar is a password protected electronic copy of Aadhaar, digitally signed by UIDAI.
From where an Aadhaar number holder can download e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
Aadhaar Number holder can download e-Aadhaar by visiting UIDAI's MyAadhaar portal -https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.inor by using mAadhaar app for mobile phones.
How can an Aadhaar Number holder download e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
An Aadhaar Number holder can download e-Aadhaar by following three ways.
By Using Enrollment Number
By Using Aadhaar No
By using VID
OTP for downloading eAadhaar will be received on registered mobile number.
What is Masked Aadhaar? Open or Close
Masked Aadhaar implies replacing of first 8 digits of Aadhaar number with “xxxx-xxxx” while only last 4 digits of the Aadhaar Number are visible.
What Is the Password of e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
Password of eAadhaar is a combination of the first 4 letters of name in CAPITAL and the year of birth (YYYY).
For Example:
Example 1
Name: SURESH KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: SURE1990
Example 2
Name: SAI KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: SAIK1990
Example 3
Name: P. KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: P.KU1990
Example 4
Name: RIA
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: RIA1990
What supporting software needed to view e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
Resident needs 'Adobe Reader' to view digitally verified e-Aadhaar. To install Adobe Reader in the System visit https://get.adobe.com/reader/
How to validate digital signatures in e-Aadhaar? Open or Close
Please visit Aadhaar YouTube Channel and watch tutorial link onhttps://youtu.be/aVNfUNIccZs?si=ByW1O6BIPMwc0seL
Aadhaar Enrolment Process
Can I get my Aadhaar letter downloaded online after it is generated? Open or Close
Yes, once your Aadhaar is generated, eAadhaar can be downloaded online.
Is there any age limit for Aadhaar enrolment? Open or Close
No, there is no age limit defined for Aadhaar Enrolment. Even a new born baby can also get Enroled for Aadhaar.
Is Aadhaar issued to Resident Foreign Nationals will be valid for lifetime ? Open or Close
No, Aadhaar issued to Resident Foreign National will be valid till:
1. Validity of VISA/Passport.
2. In case of OCI card holder and Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan validity will be 10 years from the date of enrolment.
What is the process for Resident Foreign National enrolment ? Open or Close
Resident Foreign National seeking enrolment to visit designated Aadhaar enrolment centre and submit a request in requisite enrolment form alongwith valid supporting documents.
The enrolment operator shall capture the following information during the course of enrolment:
Residential Status : (resided in India for 182 days or more in 12 months immediately preceding enrolment application)
Mandatory Demographic information: (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Indian Address and email)
Optional demographic information: (mobile number)
Biometric Information: (Photo, Finger Prints and both Iris)
Type of documents presented: [valid foreign passport and valid Indian VISA/Valid OCI card / Valid LTV is mandatory as Proof of Identity (PoI)] (Passport of Nepal/Bhutan for nationals of Nepal/Bhutan. In case passport is not available, following two documents to be submitted:
(1) Valid Nepalese/ Bhutanese Citizenship Certificate (2) Limited validity Photo Identity Certificate issued by Nepalese Mission / Royal Bhutanese Mission in India for stay of more than 182 days.
And Proof of Address (PoA) as specified in the list of valid supporting documents.
The details submitted through enrolment can be confirmed with the concerned authorities during processing of enrolment.
I am Resident Foreign National, can I enrol for Aadhaar? Open or Close
Yes, resident foreign nationals who resided in India for 182 days or more in 12 months immediately preceding enrolment application can enrol for Aadhaar by submitting demographic details (supported by valid documents) and biometrics details. Resident Foreign National to apply in a requisite form for enrolment. Link for enrolment and update forms -
The list of valid supporting documents for enrolment and update is available at List of Supporting Document
Where multiple address proofs are available for a individual (e.g... present and native), which proof would UIDAI accept, and where will it send Aadhaar Letter? Open or Close
Individual seeking enrolment has option to decide which address to be recorded in Aadhaar for which valid POA document is available. The Aadhaar Letter will be delivered on the Address registered in Aadhaar.
What is the option if the address indicated on the Proof of Address (PoA) document appears to be inadequate for postal delivery? Can additional information from the individual seeking enrolment can be accepted? Open or Close
Yes. The individual seeking enrolment is allowed to add minor fields to the address mentioned in the PoA document as long as these additions/modifications do not alter the base address mentioned in the PoA document. If the changes required are substantial and change the base address, document with correct address to be provided as POA.
Whether the Ration Card, MGNREGA Card etc can be accepted as Valid Proof of Identity/Address for the family members listed in the document in case they do not have separate PoI or PoA documents? Open or Close
Yes. The family entitlement document is accepted as Proof of Identity/Address for enrolment of family members as long as the photograph of Head of the Family and family members is clearly visible on the document.
What are the responsibilities of Individuals seeking enrolment in ensuring that his/her enrolment does not get rejected? Open or Close
The individual seeking enrolment should ensure following:
1. Eligibility for enrolment for Aadhaar (Resided in India for 182 days or more in 12 months immediately preceding enrolment application, not applicable for NRI).
2. Ensure that the information provided is correct and supported by valid document.
3. Present valid supporting documents POI,POA,POR and PDB (in case of verified DOB) in original for enrolment.
Birth certificate as PDB/POR is mandatory for child born on or after 01-10-2023.
4. Fill in the specified enrolment form and submit alongwith valid supporting documents to the operator. Enrolment and Update form can also be downloaded from
5. Ensure that your demographic data (name, address, gender and date of birth) is captured correctly as per the enrolment form, in both English and Regional language before signing the acknowledgement slip. You can request the operator for correction of data before completing the enrolment.
My Aadhaar request is rejected, What should I do? Open or Close
Aadhaar generation involves various quality checks. Therefore, there are chances that your Aadhaar request got rejected due to quality or any other technical reason. If you have received SMS that your Aadhaar request has been rejected, it is recommended to re-enrol yourself.
How will the biometric of the differently abled and people with no fingerprints or rugged hands e.g. beedi workers or people with no fingers be captured? Open or Close
Aadhaar has an inclusive approach and its enrolment/ update processes are accessible to all including persons with disabilities. The Regulation 6 of Aadhaar (Enrolment and update) Regulations, 2016 provides for enrolment of residents with biometric exceptions, which inter-alia lays down that:
1. For Individuals seeking enrolment who are unable to provide fingerprints, owing to reasons such as injury, deformities, amputation of the fingers/ hands or any other relevant reason, only Iris scans of such residents will be collected.
2. For Individuals seeking enrolment who are unable to provide any biometric information contemplated by these regulations, the Authority shall provide for handling of such exceptions in the enrolment and update software, and such enrolment shall be carried out as per the procedure as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose.
Too may also refer Biometric Exception Enrolment Guidelines available at the following link -
https://uidai.gov.in/images/Biometric_exception_guidelines_01-08-2014.pdf
Can I get Enroled for Aadhaar if any of my fingers or iris is missing? Open or Close
Yes, you can enrol for Aadhaar even if any or all fingers / Iris are missing. Aadhaar software has provisions to handle such exceptions. Photo of the missing fingers/iris will be used for identification of the exception and there will be markers to determine uniqueness. Please request the operator to conduct enrolment as per exception process with supervisor authentication.
What kind of data gets captured during Aadhaar Enrolment? Open or Close
An individual seeking enrolment to visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre and submit a request alongwith valid supporting documents.
The enrolment operator shall capture the following information during the course of enrolment:
Mandatory Demographic information (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Address)
Optional demographic information (mobile number, email [mandatory for NRI and Resident Foreign National])
Details of Mother/Father/Legal Guardian (in case of HOF based enrolment)
And
Biometric Information (Photo, 10 finger prints, both Iris)
Do I have to pay any fee for Aadhaar enrolment? Open or Close
No, Aadhaar enrolment is totally free of cost therefore you need not pay anything at the enrolment centre.
Do I need to bring original documents for Aadhaar enrolment? Open or Close
Yes, you need to bring original copies of supporting documents for Aadhaar enrolment. After completing the enrolment the operator shall return all the documents alongwith an acknowledgement slip containing the applicable charges.
What are the documents required for enrolment for Aadhaar? Open or Close
Applicable documents in support of Proof of Identity (PoI), Proof of Address (PoA), Proof of Relationship (PoR) and Proof of Date of Birth(PDB) are required for enrolment.
Valid list of supporting documents is available at List of Supporting Documents
I have enrolled for Aadhaar multiple times but have not received my Aadhaar letter. What should I do in this case? Open or Close
There are chances that your Aadhaar has been generated but you have not received the Aadhaar letter by post. In this case, it is recommended to get your Aadhaar status checked, for all your EIDs, by clicking on “” or by visiting the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment centre.
In case your Aadhaar already generated you can download eAadhaar by visiting at (Download eAadhaar)
Where can I enrol for Aadhaar? Open or Close
You can enrol by visiting any Aadhaar Enrolment centre for Aadhaar enrolment. Which can be found by following criteria:
a. All enrolment (including 18+) and Update
b. All enrolment (excluding 18+) and Update
c. Only child enrolment and mobile update
d. Only child enrolment
Detailed list with navigation and address of Aadhaar Enrolment centres is available at Bhuvan portal:Bhuvan Aadhaar Portal
I did not get my Aadhaar Card. Can I get it at Aadhaar Enrolment Centre? Open or Close
You can download your Aadhaar yourself from myAadhaar portal. For the same, you need to have a mobile number registered with Aadhaar.
If you don’t have your mobile number registered with Aadhaar or do not want to use an online service, you can use the Aadhaar download and coloured print service available at an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre at a charge of Rs. 30/-. The physical presence of the Aadhaar holder is required for biometric authentication. Further, you can also order an Aadhaar PVC card from UIDAI website.
I lost my Aadhaar and my mobile number is also not registered with Aadhaar. Can I get it at ASK? Open or Close
Yes. You may visit any UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra to download your Aadhaar and get a printout. At ASK you would be required to provide your Aadhaar number. This service is also available at Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in Banks, Post Offices, BSNL, Central or State Government offices.
Will the refund be provided after cancelling the appointment? Open or Close
Yes, refund shall be processed on cancellation of the booked appointment. After processing the refund, the amount usually gets credited back to the user account in 7-21 days. The individual/ Aadhaar number holder is advised to re-schedule an appointment if booked service is not availed at the UIDAI ASK.
Is there any online method of getting enrolled for Aadhaar? Open or Close
No, you have to personally visit Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for getting yourself enrolled as your biometrics will be captured.
Can I get myself enrolled for Aadhaar just by sending the required documents by Post? Open or Close
No, you have to personally visit the Aadhaar enrolment centre for getting yourself Enroled as your Biometrics will be captured.
Is it mandatory to provide mobile number or email id for Aadhaar enrolment? Open or Close
No, it is not mandatory to provide a mobile number or email id for Aadhaar enrolment of Resident Indian (email is mandatory for NRI and Resident Foreign National).
But it is always recommended to provide a mobile number and email id so that you get updates regarding your Aadhaar application status and can get a number of services based on Aadhaar through OTP-based authentication.
Does the online downloaded Aadhaar letter have the same validity as that of original? Open or Close
Yes, the online downloaded e-Aadhaar letter has the same validity as that of the original.
Whether documents submitted in a request will be verified by external authority? Open or Close
Yes, Enrolment/Update request may go to other authorities(state) for verification.
Enrolling Children
How much time does it take to get my Aadhaar generated after the enrolment? Open or Close
For child age-group (0-18 yrs) Normally up to 30 days from the date of enrolment.
and
For Adults age 18+, normally up to 180 days from the date of enrolment. For enrolment/update request a verification may be conducted through concerned Authorities(State), before Aadhaar generation.
With 90% service standards. If -
1. Quality of enrolment data meets prescribed standards laid down by UIDAI
2. The enrolment packet passes all the validations done in CIDR
3. No Demographic/Biometric duplicate is found
4. No unforeseen technical issues
Whether UIDAI has defined a process to be followed for HOF enrolments? Open or Close
Process at enrolment centre -
The individual seeking enrolment and Head of the Family (HoF) should present themselves at the time of enrolment. The individual should produce a valid Proof of Relationship (POR) document for new enrolment. Only Mother/Father/Legal Guardian can act as HOF for new enrolment.
The enrolment operator shall capture the following information during the course of enrolment:
Mandatory Demographic information (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Address)
Optional demographic information (mobile number, email)
Biometric Information (Photo, 10 finger prints, both Iris)
Aadhaar number of the parents/ legal guardian (HOF) has to be captured for authentication on behalf of the child.
In case of child HOF to sign the enrolment form.
After completing the enrolment the operator shall return all the documents along with an acknowledgement slip containing the applicable charges (New Enrolment is Free of charge).
List of valid supporting documents is available at (List of Supporting Documents)
You can locate the nearest enrolment centre at : (Bhuvan Aadhaar Portal)
What is the enrolment procedure for children below the age of 5 years (Resident Indian/NRI)? Open or Close
Resident Indian/NRI child seeking enrolment need to visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre along with Mother and/or Father or Legal guardian submit a request in requisite form along with valid supporting documents. Enrolment and Update form can also be downloaded from ()
The enrolment operator shall capture the following informations during the course of enrolment:
For Resident Indian Child:
Mandatory Demographic information (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Address)
Optional demographic information (mobile number and email)
Details of Mother and/or Father or Legal Guardian (in case of HOF based enrolment) will be captured. Both or One of the parents/ guardian has to authenticate on behalf of the child and also give consent for enrolment of the minor by signing the enrolment form.
And
Biometric Information (Photo of child).
Type of documents presented (Birth Certificate is mandatory for the child born after 01-10-2023) will be scanned.
After completing the enrolment the operator shall return all the documents alongwith an acknowledgement slip containing the applicable charges ( New Enrolment is Free of charge).
For NRI Child:
Mandatory Demographic information (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Address and email)
Optional demographic information (mobile number )
Details (Aadhaar number) of Mother and/or Father or Legal Guardian (in case of HOF based enrolment) is captured . Both or One of the parents/ guardian has to authenticate on behalf of the child and also give consent for enrolment of the minor by signing the enrolment form.
And
Biometric Information (Photo of child)
Type of documents presented [valid Indian passport of the child is mandatory as Proof of Identity (PoI)]
Residential Status ( Resided in India for at least 182 days is not applicable for NRI)
After completing the enrolment the operator shall return all the documents alongwith an acknowledgement slip containing the applicable charges (New Enrolment is Free of charge).
List of valid supporting documents is available at (List of Supporting Documents)
You can locate the nearest enrolment centre at : (Bhuvan Aadhaar Portal)
